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My mother, an accomplished businesswoman, used to get frustrated if I didn’t answer the phone every time it rang. It…
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Tokyo travel inspires desire for more in-depth excursions to Japan
I finally knocked off the last major target on my travel bucket list: Japan. Let me tell you, it did…
Letter writing and personal touches delight friends and family
Over the holidays, I picked up some handmade greeting cards and calligraphed messages for my family and friends. Sure it…
Stretch your strengths to reach your full potential
Don’t let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” John Wooden, iconic NCAA Men’s Basketball Coach As…
Run your own race
A mantra I’ve found helps drive success in life (personally and professionally) is “run your own race.” This phrase means…
Compare and synthesize the “good” lists to make informed decisions
“Good” lists can often be confusing and often contradictory. What to wear, what to eat, how to exercise, what cooking…